Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Ordinary Americans are “getting whacked” by too many laws and regulations, Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch says in a new book that underscores his skepticism of federal agencies and the power they wield. “Too little law and we’re not safe, and our liberties aren’t protected,” Gorsuch told The Associated Press
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By Ashley R. Williams, CNN (CNN) — US Customs and Border Protection officers in Arizona said they recently made the single-largest bust of fentanyl in the agency’s history after seizing 4 million pills from a 20-year-old man. The historic bust occurred early last month after the man arrived at the Lukeville port of entry driving
Continue ReadingPHOENIX (AP) — The Democratic primary in Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District still remains too close to call and could be headed for a recount. Former Phoenix City Council member Yassamin Ansari led former state lawmaker Raquel Terán by 67 votes with nearly 44,000 ballots counted as of Saturday evening. Ansari’s lead was 89 votes on
Continue ReadingAssociated Press PARIS (AP) — Belgium’s Olympic committee announced Sunday that it would withdraw its team from the mixed relay triathlon at the Paris Olympics after one of its competitors who swam in the Seine River fell ill. Claire Michel, who competed in the women’s triathlon Wednesday, “is unfortunately ill and will have to withdraw
Continue ReadingAssociated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Two rallies. Two Americas. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump stood in the same arena four days apart, each looking over capacity crowds like concert stars or prizefighters. The competing events were staged three months before Election Day in the state that produced the closest margin of
Continue ReadingAssociated Press CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Voices across the globe expressed concern Sunday over the growing number of arrests in Venezuela following last weekend’s disputed elections. Pope Francis said Venezuela is “living a critical situation” in his traditional Sunday remarks at the Vatican, adding, “I appeal to all parties to seek the truth, to avoid
Continue ReadingAP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — After 10 days in theaters, “Deadpool & Wolverine” is already the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever, not accounting for inflation. In its second weekend, the Marvel Studios blockbuster starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman continued to steamroll through movie theaters, collecting $97 million according to studio estimates Sunday. That
Continue ReadingBy Kareem Khadder, Ibrahim Dahman, Eyad Kourdi, and AnneClaire Stapleton, CNN (CNN) — Rescuers in Gaza raced to dig victims from the rubble on Sunday after Israeli airstrikes on two school buildings left at least 30 people dead, according to the Palestinian Civil Defense. The strikes continue a bloody weekend, after a similar lethal attack
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CNN By Radina Gigova, CNN (CNN) — The arrival of F-16 fighter jets in Ukraine marks “a new chapter” for the country’s Air Force, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday as he confirmed for the first time that the combat aircraft are in the country. Ukraine has been urging allies to transfer the coveted jets since the start
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CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) A Camdenton woman was seriously hurt after a crash in Camden County Friday night, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The crash report states a 14-year-old boy from Varna Illinois, was driving an Icon Electric Car, a golf cart, with four passengers heading south on Country Ridge Dr.
Continue ReadingBATAVIA, Ohio (AP) — A man has been sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole in the shooting deaths of his three young sons at their Ohio home last year. A Clermont County judge sentenced 33-year-old Chad Doerman to three consecutive life terms after he pleaded guilty Friday to aggravated murder charges. Prosecutor
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A Bunceton man died after a crash Saturday evening in Cooper County, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report. The crash report states that a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by Drew Davis, 25, of Bunceton – was driving southbound on Old Concord Road, a gravel road South of 8179 Old Concord. A 2003
Continue ReadingAssociated Press PARIS (AP) — Overcome with emotion, Algerian boxer Imane Khelif left the ring in tears after a resounding victory this weekend. Khelif has faced days of hateful comments and false accusations about her gender following her first fight against an Italian opponent who quit seconds into their bout. “It’s because she’s African, because
Continue ReadingAssociated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Debby strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane as it approached Florida on Sunday evening, according to the national weather service. Debby is the fourth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season after Tropical Storm Alberto, Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Chris, all of which formed in
Continue ReadingAssociated Press CAIRO (AP) — An international aid group says it was forced to ration malnutrition treatment for children in a famine-hit area in Sudan’s Darfur region because of a blockade imposed by a notorious paramilitary group on the area. Doctors Without Borders says the Rapid Support Forces have blocked three trucks carrying lifesaving medical
Continue ReadingAssociated Press VILLEPINTE, France (AP) — Boxer Cindy Ngamba made history on Sunday by becoming the first athlete competing as a refugee to clinch an Olympic medal. The 25-year-old originally from Cameroon offered hope for the Refugee Olympic Team that was created to call attention to the plight of refugees across the world. Ngamba’s victory
Continue ReadingAssociated Press SOMEWHERE IN UKRAINE (AP) — Ukraine’s newly arrived F-16 fighter jets were put on display Sunday by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said the planes will boost the country’s war effort against Russia. “These jets are in our sky and today you see them,” said Zelenskyy, standing in front of two of the fighter
Continue ReadingBy Radina Gigova, CNN (CNN) — The arrival of F-16 fighter jets in Ukraine marks “a new chapter” for the country’s Air Force, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday as he confirmed for the first time that the combat aircraft are in the country. Ukraine has been urging allies to transfer the coveted jets since the start of
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Arizona Democrat Ruben Gallego is promoting Republican backing for his Senate campaign as the congressman works to assemble a winning coalition in the swing state. A list released Sunday of 39 Republican and independent supporters of his campaign includes moderate Republicans and some former Republicans who held elected office
Continue ReadingBy Andrew Torgan and Daniel Wine, CNN (CNN) — The lazy days of summer are winding down for kids across the US as a new school year is right around the corner. Back to school, however, also means back to viruses, with children often bringing home germs along with their homework. Here’s what families can
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